Rebecca Koltun suffered a severe spinal cord injury after a skiing accident.
In March 2021, Rebecca Koltun, a young woman from Long Island, New York, was involved in a tragic skiing accident at Belleayre Mountain in the Catskills. She was an experienced skier, but during this particular run, she lost control and crashed into a tree. The impact caused a severe spinal cord injury, leaving her paralyzed from the neck down.
After the accident, Rebecca was airlifted to a hospital where she underwent multiple surgeries. Despite the efforts of the medical team, the damage to her spinal cord was extensive, and she was left with quadriplegia. Since the accident, Rebecca has been facing a long and challenging recovery process. She has been undergoing intensive rehabilitation therapy to gain as much independence as possible, given her condition.
The incident has had a profound impact on her life and the lives of her family and friends. They have rallied around her, providing support and helping to raise funds for her medical expenses and the necessary modifications to her home and lifestyle. Rebecca’s story has also raised awareness about the importance of safety measures and the potential risks associated with skiing and other high-speed sports.
